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Guided tours on the Rur & the Heimbach Reservoir, for individuals, families & groups. Book online, instantly confirmed.

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★★★★★ 4.8 out of 5 (359 reviews)

Since 1990

Families & groups

Heimbach, Eifel

35+

Years of experience

4.8 ★

359 Google-Bewertungen

14 km

Rur paddling route

2

Rur & reservoir

Direct online booking

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★★★★★ 4.8 · 359 Google reviews 139 people booked recently Stornoflex available

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Which tour would you like to paddle?
When would you like to paddle?

We paddle in the rain too. Only storms or high water make us cancel or reschedule. Weather policy details

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Spots available few spots left sold out · waitlist ★ cheapest date

Prefer things quiet? Look out for the dates marked „Lots of room“ in the calendar: that is when the least is going on and you have the Rur almost to yourself.

Who is paddling along?

Do I need to be able to swim? From what age can children join?

Adults Ages 14+
Children Ages 9-13

Swimming ability required · Minimum age 9 yrs. See details in the booking terms.

Extras & protection

What should I wear? The complete packing list

Who are you coming with? (optional)

Helps us pick the right guide for you on site. Feel free to skip this.

Tour in German or English?

Questions before you book? View FAQ · Group inquiry (B2B) 0157 50175756 · info@kanu-petry.de

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Important booking information
By booking you accept our terms. For guided tours with a fixed date there is no statutory right of withdrawal (Section 312g (2) No. 9 of the German Civil Code, BGB). Our scaled cancellation policy applies instead (see terms and withdrawal notice).
Rur season: due to nature-conservation rules, Rur tours can only be booked from July 15 to February 28. The Heimbach Reservoir is available year-round.
Maximum flexibility: with Stornoflex (€4.90 reservoir · €9.90 Rur, per person) you get the full tour price back if you cancel up to 48 h before the tour. The Stornoflex fee itself is non-refundable. Just add it when booking.
If we have to cancel: in case of safety-relevant weather, critical water levels or too few participants, you choose freely: money back, voucher or free rebooking.

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Why Kanu Petry

Your Experience, Our Promise

Since 1990 we have been guiding families, groups and companies safely through the Rur valley. Here's what sets us apart.

 

Guided tours

Experienced guides accompany you, safe & informative. Perfect for beginners and families.

 

Instantly bookable

Direct online booking with instant confirmation, no waiting, no phone hotline needed.

 

2 einzigartige Routen

Rur whitewater or the Heimbach Reservoir, pick your favorite adventure in the Eifel.

 

For everyone

Families, school classes, companies: our tours adapt to your group. From 1 person.

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All Tours at a Glance

Individual, family, school class or company outing: we have the right tour for every group.

 

Rur: Guided Tour

Whitewater adventure on the Rur. For beginners & advanced paddlers.

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Heimbach Reservoir

Canoe tour on the scenic reservoir. Ideal for families.

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Company outing

Team building & corporate events on the water. On request.

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School classes

Adventure tours for school classes & youth groups in the Eifel.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything You Want to Know Before Booking

The most important answers at a glance, so you can book with confidence.

Do I need prior canoeing experience? +
No! All of our guided tours are suitable for beginners, you get a detailed briefing from our experienced guides before the tour.
Requirements: confident swimming ability (Bronze level, at least 20 minutes without aids, applies to children too), sober (no alcohol/drugs) and physically fit for moderate physical activity.
Minimum age: Heimbach Reservoir from 7 years, the Rur from 9 years, each accompanied by an adult, swimming-capable supervisor in the same boat. Independently (unsupervised) from 14 years with parental consent.
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What do I need to bring on the tour? +
A change of clothes, sun protection and waterproof footwear (e.g. water shoes). Canoe, paddle, life jacket and helmet are provided by us. You should take valuables in a waterproof bag. → Full answer
Can I cancel or rebook? +
Yes, on a sliding scale: Up to 60 days before the tour 100 % money back, up to 14 days a voucher for the full amount (valid 24 months), after that a staggered cancellation fee.
Maximum flexibility: With the Stornoflex option (4,90 € Reservoir · 9,90 € Rur per person) you get the full tour price back for any reason if you cancel up to 48 h before the tour (the Stornoflex surcharge itself is forfeited), just add it when booking.
Rebooking: 15 € per person (max. 60 € per booking).
If we have to cancel the tour due to weather, you get the full price back.
For closed groups (companies, school classes, clubs) a separate cancellation scale applies, details in the terms and conditions.
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How long does a canoe tour take? +
The guided Rur tour takes around 4.5 hours in total, of which 2.5 to 3 hours are actual paddling. The rest is the briefing, changing and a break on a meadow in Blens. You park in Zerkall and take the Rurtalbahn up to Heimbach first, so after the tour you step out right by your car. The reservoir tour is shorter, 2 to 2.5 hours, and especially family-friendly. Details depending on the tour selection in the booking system. → More questions & answers
Are there special rates for large groups? +
Yes! For companies, school classes and clubs we offer closed groups with their own guide at a flat rate:
• Rur: 952 € flat per guide unit (up to 18 people)
• Heimbach Reservoir: 560 € base (up to 20 people), each additional person 28 €
For larger groups an additional guide unit is added (e. g. Rur 19 to 36 people = 2 units = 1.904 €).
Just use our group request form and we will put together a tailored offer for you.
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What Our Paddlers Say

Michael ThomaAugust 2026

Wir hatten eine super Tour auf der Rur. Rundum perfekt organisiert und unser Guide Martin war spitze.

Anna MarxAugust 2026

Wir hatten einen tollen Ausflug mit unseren Kids 9 und 11 Jahre alt. Das Handling des Kajaks wurde super von unserem Guide Tobias erklärt, die Strecke war eine schöne Mischung aus idyllisch und Wellen. Wir kommen bestimmt wieder!

Lina RosenthalSeptember 2026

Wir haben mit der Firma ein Teamevent gemacht und uns für eine Kanutour auf der Rur entschieden. Es hat allen sehr gut gefallen. Helene war unser Guide und hat alles anschaulich und gut erklärt. Eine klare Empfehlung. Vielen Dank für das schöne Erlebnis.

Thomas BurghardtJuni 2026

Ich hatte einen Mega schönen JGA. Wolfgang hat uns perfekt angeleitet und nach der Tour waren wir Profis. 🙂

Charlotte EbertSeptember 2026

Tolle Tour: gute Erklärungen, durchdachte Logistik (Toiletten, Transport der Taschen), ideale Länge und Dauer, hat uns sehr gut gefallen (7 Erwachsene). Danke an unseren Guide Christian & Team. 🙂

Marius WaltersMai 2026

Wir sind mal wieder mit Kanu Petry gefahren: Diesmal auf dem Staubecken bei Heimbach mit Kindern! Es war super schön (wie auch die Rur-Abfahrt mit Kanu Petry) Dank an unseren Guide Wolfgang! VG

Michael PeitgenAugust 2026

Ich habe die Kanu-Tour schon zum zweiten Mal gemacht. Es lohnt sich immer wieder. Der Flussabschnitt zwischen Heimbach und Zerkall ist einfach traumhaft. Das Kanu-Petry-Team sorgt in liebevoller und professioneller Art und Weise dafür, dass das ganze Event unvergesslich bleibt. Ich kann es nur jedem empfehlen!

Yoko Fee BergmannAugust 2026

Alles tiptop organisiert. Super cooles Team und Marius als Tourleitung für unsere chaotische Gruppe war perfekt. Wir kommen auf jeden Fall wieder.

Renate S.August 2026

Perfekt organisierte Tour. Unsere Guides Joshua und Alex haben uns super betreut und sicher über die Rur mit Baumstämmen und Stromschnellen geführt. Vielen Dank für das tolle Erlebnis.

Tobias SchirmerAugust 2026

Gut organisierte Tour, trotz recht niedrigem Wasserstand gut befahrbar und abwechslungsreich. Anreise & Abreise ist perfekt auf ÖPNV (Rurtalbahn) und kostenlose Parkplätze abgestimmt.

Frauke PrießAugust 2025

Die Rurabfahrt war ein gelungenes Familienabenteuer und hat uns allen viel Spaß gemacht. Helen, unser Guide hat uns professionell begleitet und alle Teilnehmer stets im Blick gehabt. Klare Empfehlung, super Ausflugstip!

Tamara BregiannisSeptember 2026

Wir hatten heute eine tolle Tour von Heimbach nach Zerkall, in herrlicher Landschaft. Eine sehr gute Einweisung und sehr nette Guides. Es hat mega Spaß gemacht und es war bestimmt nicht das erste und letzte Mal. Ein super Erlebnis!

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